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- Page 1 ISO 9002 Lic 6080 Operator & Safety Manual Issue: February 2006 PRINTED IN AUSTRALIA 1734722...
- Page 2 THE MACHINE UNTIL YOU AUTHORISED AND HAVE READ THE MANUAL TRAINED PERSONNEL ONLY IF YOU ARE IN ANY DOUBT, CONSULT JLG OR THEIR DEALER. NEVER USE BASKET DO NOT OPERATE CLOSE TO FOR LIFTING OVERHEAD POWER CABLES DO NOT SIT, CLIMB OR PLACE...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Section Introduction Description Working Envelope The Operator Warning Notices Pre-Start Checks Road Towing Instructions Power Supply Setting Up Operation Safety Harness Emergency Controls Stowing... -
Page 4: Introduction
INTRODUCTION The JLG K13 is a very versatile means of gaining access in difficult locations. The machine is extremely safe in operation providing that basic rules are observed in setting up the machine. Operators should have read and understood the contents of the manual, and received... -
Page 5: Description
DESCRIPTION The JLG K13 is of the parallel linkage vertical boom design, mounted on a road towable trailer. The unique yet very simple boom configuration gives the maximum safety and controllability combined with a robust construction to withstand a heavy working environment. -
Page 6: Working Envelope
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Page 7: The Operator
THE OPERATOR To operate the machine you must be medically fit and have no problems with your eyesight or hearing. You must have a good head for heights. Your first concern must be the SAFE OPERATION of the work platform, the safety of the people working with you and/or other persons in your working area. -
Page 8: Warning Notices
DO NOT use the machine for any application which may produce special loads or forces; JLG should be consulted for approval giving full details of the application prior to use. DO NOT use the machine close to live electrical conductors. This machine is not insulated and does not provide protection from contact or proximity to electrical current. - Page 9 Numbers 10-17 are not shown in this table. Approximate corrections for wind speeds at other heights are: 2m subtract 30%; 3m subtract 20%; 6m subtract 10% 15m add 10%; 30m add 25%. The maximum wind speed for safe operation of a K13 is 12.5m/sec.
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Page 10: Pre-Start Checks
The following pre-start checks should be carried out before taking the machine to the place of work. WHEELS Check tyres for correct pressure for K13 = 45 p.s.i. (3.1 bar). HYDRAULIC FLUID The oil level in the tank must be full when booms are in the lowered position. -
Page 11: Road Towing Instructions
ROAD TOWING INSTRUCTIONS Trailer mounted machines fitted with suspension units maybe safely towed behind a car or van at speeds of up to 80km/hr (50mph) where permitted. Before towing, check the capacity of the vehicle being used. The machine weighs 1440 kg. (The weight of machines fitted with certain options may differ.) Ensure that the booms are fully lowered and both the boom locking pins are fitted and holding the booms securely. -
Page 12: Power Supply
POWER SUPPLY The K13 is powered by a Robin petrol engine. Only use unleaded petrol as fuel. Before starting the engine, check the oil and petrol levels are correct. To start the engine from the ground controls, turn the ignition key to the ON position, ensure the emergency stop button is pulled out, select ground controls, (if engine is cold hold down the choke button) then press the start button. -
Page 13: Setting Up
SETTING UP Do not attempt to set up the machine on steep slopes, ramps or soft ground. Note: The maximum load that can be exerted by the outrigger foot is 10.3 kN. HYDRAULIC OUTRIGGERS Start the engine from the ground controls as per the instructions on the previous page. -
Page 14: Operation
OPERATION Set the machine up and lower the outriggers as per the instructions on page 9.1. Ensure that the boom transport pins have been removed. At the ground controls, ensure the key is in the ON position, the emergency stop button is pulled out and the platform controls have been selected. Climb into the basket and ensure that the basket emergency stop button is pulled out. - Page 15 OPERATION Figure 9: Ground Controls 10.2...
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Page 16: Safety Harness
SAFETY HARNESS During operation, occupants of the platform must wear a full body safety harness with a lanyard attached to an authorised lanyard anchorage point. A permanent anchorage point is provided in the basket for fixing the harness. ATTACH SHACKEL HERE 11.1... -
Page 17: Emergency Controls
EMERGENCY CONTROLS EMERGENCY STOP BUTTONS Red emergency stop buttons are fitted on the machine to stop the motor in an emergency. These are fitted to both the upper and the lower control boxes. The emergency stops can be reset by pulling (prior S/No. K133976) or twisting (S/No. -
Page 18: Stowing
STOWING Fully lower all the booms and insert the pegs through the bottom of the vertical boom and the top boom. Ensure the arms of the pegs are secure in the retainer. Lower the jockey wheel to the vertical position. HYDRAULIC OUTRIGGERS a.
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